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Mid-Century Catalin Bakelite Self-Contained Portable Record Player With Storage
$675List Price
About the Item
Top lid removes to become record platter.
Bottom lid removes revealing record storage with original sponge holder.
Belt-drive. Presumably single-speed, 45 RPM, with volume control and internal speaker.
Lids are enameled steel, body ox-blood catalin.
Illegible remnant of sticker on tone-arm.
Very good condition, one small internal chip to catalin case (not visible).
Motor and tone arm functional. Needs electronic evaluation. If intended for use, must be serviced by qualified technician.
Should be tested, cleaned, lubed; with needle, capacitors and power cord replaced.
- Dimensions:Height: 10.5 in (26.67 cm)Width: 10 in (25.4 cm)Depth: 7 in (17.78 cm)
- Style:Art Deco (In the Style Of)
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- Place of Origin:
- Period:
- Date of Manufacture:Mid-20th Century
- Condition:Wear consistent with age and use. Minor structural damages.
- Seller Location:Dallas, TX
- Reference Number:1stDibs: 1406249452168
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